Celebrated annually across the globe on March 17, St Patrick's Day is one of the world's most popular celebrations. Its significance originates in Ireland as a Catholic feast day which celebrates Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. However, in more recent times, St Patrick's Day has taken on an altogether more global and secular significance, with St Patrick's Day celebrations being held around the world in various forms. In the United States, people traditionally celebrate St Patrick's Day by wearing green garments, drinking alcohol that's been dyed green or indulging in other Irish themed activities. Many American cities put on St Patrick's Day parades, including Cleveland, Boston and Kansas City however the largest St Patrick's Day Parade in the United States - and the world - is held in New York City and is said to be watched by over two million people. The first St Patrick's Day Parade in New York City was held in 1766, when Irish soldiers marched through the.